Health & Safety Officer

Leroy Merlin is a major player in the global DIY market. As the founding company of GROUPE ADEO, Leroy Merlin offers products and solutions for DIY, decoration, construction and gardening. Leroy Merlin is present in 12 countries, with 100 000 co-workers and 400 stores. In 2015 we achieved turnover of more than €15 billion. At Leroy Merlin, we believe that people are the central resource of any business. This commitment has allowed us to be regularly reward by the 'Great Place to Work' Institute in different countries. Leroy Merlin as part of GROUPE ADEO is built upon 7 common values: honesty, generosity, mutual respect, closeness, simplicity, consistency and a sense of performance. Team work, initiative and entrepreneurship, as well as passion for people and products, are deeply rooted in our culture.Purpose of the role: Establish a safe workplace according to legal standards and foster a culture of attention to health and safety. Main responsibilities: Develop and maintain a Health and Safety Policies and processes Liaise with the Health professionals to ensure that employees in relevant roles are medically fit Regularly review and update company health and safety risk assessments, safe operating procedures and safety statements Complete safety induction training for all staff, sub-contractors and maintain documentary evidence Investigate, record and report accidents and incidents timeously Ensure corrective measures are implemented Conduct quarterly Health and Safety drills to ensure knowledge stickiness Ensure that accidents are recorded to the regulated bodies such as Department of labour and monitor the recording of operational accidents and incidents Ensure that statutory training is conducted, employees are correctly certificated and oversee validity of the certification Ensure that correct PPE is availed to staff at all times Review sub-contractor's safety statements and safety compliance Attend regular health and safety meetings and ensure proper documentation of meetings Submit monthly reports to Adeo structures Requirements The successful candidate should have the following skills, experience and attributes: A recognised, completed 3-year tertiary qualification in Health & Safety or any other related field. A clear understanding and proven working knowledge of the Health & Safety function. 3-5 years solid Health & Safety experience in a fast-paced environment SAMTRAC (Safety Management Training Certificate) Diligent and great attention to detail Strong time management Ability to communicate at all levels Ability to work under pressure Ability to work in an unstructured, ambiguous environment Ability to anticipate and prevent accidents or incidents Fully computer literate (MS Office). Valid driver's license